No one likes the idea of having one or more missing teeth from their mouth. Even if it is a tooth that is not always as visible, such as a back molar, most people can agree that they would not want a tooth removed or knocked out if they can prevent it.
Yet, one of the most important services that dental professionals will handle on a regular basis is tooth extraction. Wesley Chapel residents should know there are some instances in which tooth extraction is necessary to improve the oral health or quality of life for an individual, but in many cases, a tooth does not need to be removed in order to correct a specific issue.
For example, some patients might be under the impression that a tooth with severe tooth decay should be removed to fix the issue, but in all actuality it may just need a filling or a dental crown.
When is Tooth Extraction Necessary?
Tooth extraction should only be considered by dental professionals in highly specific scenarios, and they should not be removed simply because it looks bad or causes lots of problems.
When it comes to a patient needing tooth extraction, Wesley Chapel residents should be made aware that the most common reasons for doing so is because the tooth has become infected, is severely damaged, or if tooth decay is such a problem that it is beyond repair.
Keep in mind that these types of issues typically do not happen overnight. It takes many months and years for a tooth to become so badly damaged that it needs to be removed all together. Most of the time, tooth extraction procedures can be avoided with proper teeth cleaning and brushing.
What Procedures Can Help Prevent Tooth Extraction?
Since most of the issues that lead to tooth extraction can be preventable, many individuals are interested in knowing their options, so they can better protect their teeth, and prevent tooth extraction. Wesley Chapel residents should be made aware that each type of fix is circumstantial, and they may not always be applicable in certain situations.
The most common dental procedure that can correct a damaged tooth is to add strength and support for the tooth with a dental crown. Dental crowns are perfect for small amounts of tooth decay and for small tooth breaks and chips, and it can even stop these issues from getting worse and affecting more of the tooth.
Dental fillings are much better at fixing teeth that have decay issues, such as large cavities. When cavities are not taken care of, they can keep growing and affect other parts of the tooth, and damage it beyond repair.
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